The NFL Players Podcast
The NFL Players Podcast is a candid, unscripted series sharing the stories and personal journeys of NFL players– as told by the players. Hosted by captain of the New York Giants, Logan Ryan, Legend and Walter Payton Man of the Year recipient Charles "Peanut" Tillman, and Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams, new episodes are released on Wednesdays.
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NFL 100
At the 2019 East West Shrine game in St. Petersburg, FL - and as the NFL gears up for the 100th season, Mark Brunell and Will Shields sit down with Aeneas Williams to talk about the some of the greatest NFL moments and memories from the first 100 years of professional football
25 min
127
Player Storytelling - Brent Celek
Eagles Legend Brent Celek discusses his pivot from his success on the football field to his success in real estate.
10 min
128
NFL Dad
Aeneas Williams shares stories about the unique challenges of being an NFL Legend and a father with Chad Pennington, Zack Crockett, and Kendrick Gholston. The panel discusses subjects from coaching their kids in sports, the foundations of a stable relationships, how experiences with their own parents have shaped their parenting styles, and how burly NFL players relate to their daughters.
29 min
129
Coaching Football
Coaching football requires a different skill set than playing it. This episode discusses the triumphs and challenges NFL Legends Rod Woodson, Torry Holt and Mark Brunell have experienced coaching the game they love.
28 min
130
Marriage/Relationships - Your Best Teammate
Mike Rucker, Kwamie Lassiter and Ed Reynolds discuss how your significant other is a vital component to a successful and happy life beyond the game. Topics include how significant others help on the field, through transition, and how working at a successful marriage has limitless benefits.
27 min
131
Losing a Teammate
Mack Strong, Ed Reynolds and Tony Richardson sit down with Aeneas Williams to talk about the emotional journey of losing a teammate.
28 min
132
Mentoring - Part 2
Hall of Famer Jason Taylor discusses how mentoring impacted the lives and post-NFL careers of three NFL Legends: Derrick Brooks, LaDainian Tomlinson and Warrick Dunn. Among the topics discussed are how mentors helped the panel members achieve greatness, how to find a mentor, and how to be a mentor.
26 min
133
Mentoring - Part 1
Hall of Famer Jason Taylor discusses how mentoring impacted the lives and post-NFL careers of three NFL Legends: Derrick Brooks, LaDainian Tomlinson and Warrick Dunn. Among the topics discussed are how mentors helped the panel members achieve greatness, how to find a mentor, and how to be a mentor.
28 min
134
Draft 2018 Panel: My Football Journey – Part 2
Recorded at the 2018 NFL Draft in Dallas, TX, host Aeneas Williams and the panel (Nate Burleson, Mike Singletary and Fred Jackson) talk about the life-long football journey of how they started, how they became leaders in their communities, and how the game shaped where they are today.
26 min
135
Draft 2018 Panel: My Football Journey – Part 1
Recorded at the 2018 NFL Draft in Dallas, TX, host Aeneas Williams and the panel (Nate Burleson, Mike Singletary and Fred Jackson) talk about the life-long football journey of how they started, how they became leaders in their communities, and how the game shaped where they are today.
22 min
136
Finding New Teammates
A candid discussion between Mark Brunell, Mike Rucker and Darryl Talley about how the same teamwork that benefited them on the field has enhanced their lives off the field. Topics include how to spot great teammates, build new networks and re-engage with old teammates.
29 min
137
Player Storytelling - Aeneas Williams
Aeneas Williams shares his personal story about pastoring a church in Ferguson, MO amidst tragedy and conflict in this community.
11 min
138
HBCU - Opportunities
Aeneas Williams, Shannon Sharpe. Willie Lanier and Harold Carmichael discuss how each of their experiences attending a Historically Black College and University has contributed to their successful football careers and helped shape them into the men they are today.
27 min
139
The First Year - Westbrook, Fletcher, Cooley
Leaving the playing field is a challenge for any NFL Legend. Recent retirees London Fletcher, Brian Westbrook and Chris Cooley discuss their first year as an NFL Legend and give advice to others who are moving on to other endeavors.
29 min
140
Finding Your Path
Aeneas Williams talks with Legends Roman Oben, Kevin Boothe and Stephen Bowen who are all currently working in the NFL League Office about the paths they took to their new careers. Highlights include educational opportunities and internships available to Legends.
30 min
141
Changing Lifestyles
Aeneas Williams sits down with NFL Legends Bart Oates, Amani Toomer, Tony Richardson and Will Shields to discuss fitness and health issues. Topics include embracing and executing new fitness regimens, eating right, and taking care of one's body for a long and successful life.
27 min
142
Pre '93
Sit down with Harold Carmichael, Dwight Stephenson and Jerry Kramer as they discuss the NFL's greatest generation - the guys who played in the 60's, 70's and 80's. Listen to their stories, their take on the current generation of players, and the opportunities that are available to them right now.
30 min
143
Lessons Learned
Aeneas Williams discusses the transitions into and out of the NFL with Legends Ryan Leaf and Steven Jackson. The topics cover highly personal accounts of what they did, what they learned and what they are passing on to the next generation of Legends.
34 min
144
Paying it Forward
Aeneas Williams, Justin Tuck, Marques Colston and Chester Pitts discuss the simple concept of paying it forward - building on the successes you've had to help others reach their dreams.
31 min
145
Agents of Change (Host: Jason Taylor)
Recorded at the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Reception at Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis, moderator Jason Taylor talks to Thomas Davis, Derrick Brooks and Franco Harris about community service in action - what current players are doing today, using social media help their causes, and how their own personal leadership contributes to excellence in community involvement.
26 min
146
Commitment to Service (Host: Jason Taylor)
Recorded at the NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Reception during Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis, Jason Taylor talks with Cris Carter, Kurt Warner, Anthony Munoz and Warrick Dunn about what drove them to make a difference in their communities and how that drive continues to this day.
30 min
147
The Next Step
Takeo Spikes and Scott Turner discuss their journeys through photography and politics (respectively), as well as the importance of setting new goals, pursuing new careers and discovering new passions.
28 min
148
Player Storytelling - Warrick Dunn
In a first-person account, Warrick Dunn tells the emotional story of his mother being killed in the line of duty, and the adversity he had to overcome growing up.
8 min
149
The Competitor
Roland Williams and Akbar Gbaja-Biamila discuss the competitive nature of NFL players and how to channel that drive post-career.
29 min
150
Welcome to the NFL Legends Podcast
The NFL Legends Podcasts is an unscripted podcast series discussing the challenges and personal anecdotes of transition into life after football - as told by NFL Legends. Hosted by Hall of Famer Aeneas Williams Topics include parenting, coaching, wellness and overcoming adversity.
22 min